While calls for interdisciplinarity are increasing, especially in the study of climate change and its impacts, many researchers are still unfamiliar with such approach. Also, beyond the epistemological debates on the definition of interdisciplinarity, its practical implementation is seldom discussed. Defining interdisciplinarity as a practice based on interactions and dialogues, this article proposes to reconsider the role of scientific facilitation in the construction of interdisciplinary approaches. It draws on the experience of the GIS CES (Groupement d’intérêt scientifique Climat Environnement Société), a French interdisciplinary consortium focused on the study of climate change and its impacts. First, we describe the reflections and challenges within the organization to build a common objective around interdisciplinary research. Second, we discuss the different initiatives and tools developed and tested to strengthen the interdisciplinary practices of the group.

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